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Red Lentil Soup with Garam Masala
Garam means "hot" and masala means "spiced," though the mixture is not chili-hot. Instead the classic garam masala spices called for in the recipe-cardamom, cloves, black pepper, cumin, and cinnamon-are warmly aromatic.
Niçoise Orzo Salad
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Grilled Halibut with Creamy Guacamole Sauce
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Gingered Carrot Soup
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Makes use of the microwave oven.
Beet and Cabbage Borscht
Save the beet tops for a quick side dish: just sauté them with garlic and olive oil, sprinkle with lemon, salt and pepper, and serve.
Pecan-Crusted Salmon with Sorrel Sauce
From the Pepper Mill in Clearwater, Florida.
Mango Yogurt Mousses
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Jamaican "Jerk" Chicken Wings
(Spicy Baked Chicken Wings)
Low-Fat Chipotle Chutney Dressing
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Chicken with Mild Red Chili Sauce
To round out the meal, present warm pita bread and a mixed green salad with the chicken. A chilled Marsanne or Chardonnay is nice alongside.
Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad with Caesar Dressing
A delicious blend of classic flavors.
Low-Fat Thousand Island Dressing
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Minted Lemongrass Sorbet
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Cantaloupe and Almond Milk Soup
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.